Use of microbially encapsulated meterials in cosmetic end formulations

Abstract

The use of microbially encapsulated materials (filled biocapsules), in particular yeast, in cosmetic end formulations is described.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . The use of microbially encapsulated materials (filled biocapsules) in cosmetic end formulations, wherein the biocapsules comprise one or more liquid or microbially encapsulatable cosmetic ingredients.  
     
     
         2 . The use according to  claim 1 , wherein the biocapsules consist of yeast.  
     
     
         3 . The use according to  claim 1  or  2 , wherein the microbially encapsulatable cosmetic ingredients are chosen from fragrances and cosmetic oils which can be applied dermally, from skincare and skin-cleansing substances, from active ingredients having a deodorizing and antiperspirant action, UV filters, active ingredients against insects, active ingredients for protecting against chemical and mechanical effects, humectant substances, active ingredients having a keratoplastic or keratolytic effect, antimicrobial agents, oily or oil-soluble vitamins or vitamin derivatives which can be applied dermally, vitamin-based placenta extracts, skin repair complexes, plants and plant extracts, animal extracts, dyes, antioxidants, skin-tanning and skin-whitening substances, and other cosmetic active ingredients.  
     
     
         4 . The use according to  claim 3 , wherein the microbially encapsulatable cosmetic ingredients are chosen from triclosan, diclosan or 4-(2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenoxy)phenol.  
     
     
         5 . The use according to any one of  claims 1  to  4 , wherein the cosmetic ingredients are present in the microbially encapsulated material as individual substances or as a mixture of two or more substances.  
     
     
         6 . The use according to any one of  claims 1  to  5 , wherein the microbially encapsulatable cosmetic ingredients are present in the encapsulated material in a concentration of from 1 to 80% by weight, based on the total weight of the filled biocapsules.  
     
     
         7 . The use according to any one of  claims 1  to  6 , wherein the microbially encapsulated ingredients are each present in the cosmetic end formulation in a concentration of from 0.01 to 20% by weight, based on the cosmetic end formulation.  
     
     
         8 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a gel, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         9 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a cream, a lotion or a milk, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         10 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a stick, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         11 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a spray or aerosol, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         12 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a foam, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         13 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a paste, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         14 . A cosmetic end formulation in the form of a powder, a varnish, a tablet or make-up, comprising the microbially encapsulated material as defined in  claim 1 .  
     
     
         15 . The use of the cosmetic end formulation according to any one of  claims 8  to  14  for the care and protection of the skin, mucous membrane, oral cavities, hair or nails.  
     
     
         16 . The use of the cosmetic end formulation according to any one of  claims 8  to  14  as a sunscreen or as an “aftersun” preparation.  
     
     
         17 . The use of the cosmetic end formulation according to any one of  claims 8  to  14  for shaving or as an “aftershave” preparation.  
     
     
         18 . The use of the cosmetic end formulation according to any one of  claims 8  to  14  as perfume, eau de toilette or deodorant.